LoVE tHiS TiMe oF yEaR!

I have been such a slacker lately since becoming a member of facebook :) But hopefully I will be better! I had to update my blog because I LOVE this time of year! I love the Christmas decorations, the snow, the smells, lights, the special Christmas Spirit...but I am most excited to celebrate Christmas with Ryker! He will be 4 months old on Dec 11th...yep 4 MONTHS! I can't believe how fast time has gone by! He is growing too fast! Im not sure what he weighs right now we take him in for his 4 month appointment next week...but Im thinking around 15-16 lbs! He sure likes his food! He is getting a little more hair...and when I say little I mean little. But hey atleast we can still do a fauhawk! He is the happiest baby! He is always smiling, laughing, talking and making me us so happy! He loves to sit in his bumbo and look around acting like a big boy! I am a very lucky mom/wife to be able to share this special time of year with him and Mike! Recenlty Mike got put in as Elder's Qurom President. He still has lots and lots to learn but he is enjoying it. I am still on the enrichment committee and teaching the 16-17 year old sunday school class. Life is so good and we are thankful each day that we have together! We hope you and your families are all doing well too and wish you all a Very Merry Christmas and a Wonderful New Year! We love you! :)

...What a BLESsInG...

On October 11th not only did we celebrate Ryker's 2 months but Mike also blessed him that day. It was a perfect day! The blessing that Mike gave Ryker was amazing, Ryker was such a sweetheart during his blessing, we had delicious soups, breadsticks, and treats and were supported by our loving family and friends. Thanks to everyone that helped make Rykers blessing so special and memorable! We love you!

We went up to Bear Lake to take some pictures for his baby announcement. This is how it turned out! My friend Joy designed it for us. I think it turned out super cute! Thanks Joy! Check out her work at joyalicephotography.com

I cant believe how fast our little Ryker is growing!We weighed him about 2 weeks ago and he weighed 11 lbs 4 oz! I cant wait to see how much he weighs at his 2 month appointment! He is my little champ and I love seeing him grow...he is such a good baby





I love this time of year! I love the fresh crisp fall air, bright vibrant leaves and being cozy warm! -My nephew started playing soccer this year! He is so cute to watch! At first he was a little hesitant to get on the field and play,but now he loves it! My brother is his coach and I think he loves it too...well atleast it is teaching him patience! :) We are so blessed and thankful for such a sweet baby! My mom had seen these cute halloween decorations on Good Things Utah on Friday so we made them why the guys were at priesthood! They were super easy and fun to make...I think they turned out super cute and spooky! Thanks mom!

His new life jacket fits him so good, ok well mabybe by next boating season! :)

Happy One Month Ryker!

Friday September 11th Ryker was one month! I cant believe how fast the time has gone by! In his first month of life he has accomplished so much! He is such a good eater...he now weighs 9lbs 4 oz! Yay! He loves to go on walks, rides in the car, loves to be held and cuddled, loves his tubbies then to be drenched in baby lotion, his hair done in a mauhawk, loves to make lots and lots of different noises when he sleeps, loves his bouncy chair ( still not to fond of his swing) sleeps like a champ during the day, but still working on his love of sleeping at night :) is now able to roll back and forth from side to side (amazing!) when Im up close he is able to follow my face with his eyes, loves being with his cousins, loves getting his picture taken and most importnt of all he has won over his parents hearts ( that was a given, but Im still so amazed how fast and how much love I have for my baby boy! I am one proud, blessed person to be the mom of my baby Ryker! I love him so much and I love seeing his progress that he is making on a daily basis! I love you so much my lil Ryker! Happy One Month Birthday my sweetboy!!!

Ryker is 2 weeks!

Yesterday was Ryker's 2 week birhtday! I cant believe that he is already 2 weeks old! Time flys by! We took him to his 2 week dr apppointment yesterday and he dr sid he is looking awesome...that was music o my ears! As a new mom I worry about everything! When he was released from the hospital he weighed 6 10 and he was 19.5" but yesterday he weighed in at 7 10 and measured 21"!!! Yay-this made me so happy! He had to get his PKU done yesterday so they had to poke his foot for blood-he whimpered for about 10 secs then fell asleep! He is such a tough little guy yet he is so sweet-such a delight in our family! In his first 2 weeks of life we have gotten him out and about getting him use to our busy lives! We have taken him to Bear Lake ( 2 times) , the Bees game, the park, Park City, and to the grocery store. He is such a little champ and does so well in his car seat! I love my little Ryker so much!

What a blessing...

Wow! How our lives have changed! I have a friend who just had a babe and she said that it rocked her world...I just laughed and thought yeah right...but having a baby totally rocks your world! Life is not the same nor will it ever. Today baby Ryker is one week and 2 days! I cant believe how fast time flies! He is doing so great! He truly is such a blessing and I couldn't have asked for a happier, healthier more perfect baby then he is. He is such a sweet heart! Its amazing how much love you automatically have for someone who has been part of your family for just a few short days...but its true, the love that I have for my little guy is undescribeable! He eats, sleeps, goes through a lot of diapers, loves his tubby time ( just like his mom) and is bringing much happiness and joy in our home! We took him up to Bear Lake for the first time on Tuesday and he loves it up there already! His first official outting was to my aunt Jodi's house for a bbq this past sunday. On Monday we ventured out and went to the fabric store. Being a mom is something that I have always dreamed of and now that I am I couldnt be happier...wish I was getting a little more sleep :) but besides that thigns couldn't be more perfect! I am so blessed and thankful for such a sweet baby boy and amazing husband who I swear knows more about raising a child than I do! :)

Ryker Has Arrived Safe And Sound

The little guy has made his grand entrance into this world. He weighed in at 7lbs 3oz and is 19 1/2 inches long. He arrived at 9:03pm on Tuesday the 11th. Both him and mommy are doing great.
We came to our weekly appointment on tuesday afternoon. The nurse said that the measurement was right along schedule and when the doctor came in he asked if Heather had been having any contractions and she said no. He then said to plan on coming in next week for another appointment and we would see how things are. The doctor then decided to check and see if she had dialated further from our last visit. After checking, he said that she was dialated to a 7 and that it would probably be a good idea to head downstairs and have the baby. So we went downstairs, checked in, and got all ready to go. The dr. came down and broke Heather's water. Shortly thereafter Heather requested the epidural. She figured that since she hadn't been in any pain thus far that she would like to continue the trend all the way to the end. After waiting until she was completely dialated with some help from a little pitocin, Heather pushed for about 2 hours and Ryker was here!!! He's doing great so far. He loves to sleep and is already a great eater. We couldn't have asked for anything better.Heather is doing great as well. She's already up walking around and is almost as active as she was before.

I'm Ready....

The dr is back, my bags are packed, house is cleaned, toes are freshly painted, hair is colored and the fridge is stocked...BrIng ON tHe BaBy! I go in tomorrow to have my weekly visit with the dr, so we will see what he has to say! Hopefully he will say, "Ok, lets take him right now"...wishful thinking I know! :) My anxiety of child birth is still there but my butterflies, happiness and excitement of finally being able to see what he looks like and to hold him totally over takes the delivery anxiety! :) So Baby Stringham...we are ready whenever you are! We can hardly wait for your arrival!!!!

The wait continues....

I had another drs. appointment yesterday, but without my dr! He is out of town! Agh!!! He won't be back until Saturday, I am hoping and praying that he gets back before our little guy decides he wants to come. :) The nurse measured me and said I hate to say this, but I don't think you will last until Saturday! Uh-oh! I can't believe that he will be here anyday now! Its crazy, its easy to say that, but to actually really think that I will be a mom anyday now is mind boggling. Im mixed with all different emotions right now. I am so thrilled and excited to see what he is going to look like! I am so excited to dress him and to put good smelling lotion on him and to do his hair in a mow-hawk (sp?) There are so many things that I am excited for! But I am also nervous that I wont know what to do in certain situations...and that is when I call in reinforcements....MOM!!!!! :) I am so EXCITED for this new adventure in our lives and I am so blessed to become a mom in maybe a few short days or even.....hours!!!! :)

Kenny Concert

So on July 26th we went to the Kenny concert. It was extremely hot and muggy... especially at 8 1/2 months pregnant. We had awesome seats on the floor that I won from a radio station back in March. It was great because they were so close and we were in the shade the whole time.. except for when we walked around the whole place looking for a stupid place that would sell snowcones that we had to have. The concert was a blast and we were glad we got to go!

BaBy uPdAtE!!!

Ok, so I went to the hospital today and I am dialated to a 2+ and 80% efaced...so basically the Doc says that I can have the little guy any day now!!! Agh!!! So nerve racking! We finally finished his nursery, but mentally I am not prepared for the whole labor/delivery part! When I think of it it gives me anxiety, so I try not to think about it too much :) But I figure millions of women have had babies and they have survived, so I will too...well that's what Mike keeps telling me. I tend to be a bit of a worrier........over everything! Besides the whole getting him part I am thrilled to see our little guy! I wonder what he will look like? Im so excited to find out! We are suppose to go to Bear Lake Raspberry Days on Thursday and then head to Flaming Gorge on Friday until Sunday. The Dr had to break the bad news to us today that Bear Lake is still a go because there our Drs and a hospital near by, but he had to put the cabosh in F.G. A little dissapointing, but I'd rather be safe than sorry! Overall this pregnancy has been fabulous! If all my pregnancies can go like this one I will be having a bajillion of kiddo's! I only threw up once and that was because I took a prenatal on an empty stomach. Besides that I have felt great, i haven't felt any different besides the fact that my stomach is growing bigger and bigger! I am so grateful and excited to become a mom any day now! I just hope and pray that all will go well with the labor/delivery process! :

HaPpiNeSS ThiS SuMmER iS...

Spending time with Family. Amazing/Wonderful Husband. Being Pregnant, knowing that in less than 3 weeks our little guy will be here! Smell of baby lotion. Laughter of litle children. Kisses and hugs from my nephews. Bear Lake. Sleeping at Bear Lake where its nice and cool. Riding the waves of Bear Lake. Laying out. Watching softball. Sleeping in. Finishing our babies soon to be nursery! Friends. Fires in the canyons. Coolness of the air conditioner. Bright, warm sunshine. Taking walks early in the cool morning or at dusk. Sitting outside at Yougurt Stop enjoying a nice cup of yogurt. Riding our beach crusiers around our neighborhood. Watching nephews/cousins splash in the swimming pool. Smell of campfires. Smell of hotdogs/hamburgers bar-b-qing. Bees games. Fireworks. Awaiting the arrival of our sweet, precious little boy!!!!

Need a WaTcH????...

I have decided to start designing watches again. But this time they are the interchangeable ones. If you or anyone you know is interested in seeing them or hosting a party please contact me or view my "watch" blog at heatherbeeswatches.blogspot. Thanks!

Happy Belated 4th of July!!!

I hope you all had a fabulous 4th! As a family tradition we go to the Oakley Rodeo one of the nights it is going on. It was so much fun, I love getting out and seeing all the action. But I hate the ropping og the calves, its so sad...but sure is entertaining. On Thursday we headed up to Bear Lake for the weekend. We had a great time up there with family! On the fourth we took the boat out on the water and watched the fireworks. It was a great weekend and I sure love being with my family who makes life so fabulous! Happy Be-lated 4th!!! :)

Really great poem!

My aunt sent me this poem and I really enjoyed it, so I wanted to share, hope you like it too!

Around the corner I have a friend,
In this great city that has no end,
Yet the days go by and weeks rush on,
And before I know it, a year is gone.
And I never see my old friends face,
For life is a swift and terrible race,
He knows I like him just as well,
As in the days when I rang his bell.
And he rang mine but we were younger then,
And now we are busy, tired men.
Tired of playing a foolish game,
Tired of trying to make a name.
"Tomorrow" I say! "I will call on Jim
Just to show that I'm thinking of him.
But tomorrow comes and tomorrow goes,
And distance between us grows and grows.
Around the corner, yet miles away,
"Here's a telegram sir," "Jim died today."
And that's what we get and deserve in the end.
Around the corner, a vanished friend.
Remember to always say what you mean.
If you love someone, tell them.
Don't be afraid to express yourself.
Reach out and tell someone what they mean to you.
Because when you decide that it is the right time it might
be too late.
Seize the day. Never have regrets..
And most importantly, stay close to your friends
and family, for they have helped
make you the person that you are today.

Happy 28th Birthday Mike!

Mike's birthday was Friday June 19th! I decided to surprise him when he got home from the gym before he went into work on Friday by decorating our bedroom door with differnt sayings and reasons why I love him! After which I made him breakfast! Later that afternoon we went out to Daybreak Lake and had a picnic and went a rubber raft around the lake. It was so much fun! I would totally recommend doing it, we had a blast! But keep in mind that the lake is a lot bigger then we had anticipated. At one point we got tired of rowing against the wind...well when I say "WE" I mean "Mike" got tired of rowing so we took the boat out and carried it along the path for a bit. But after getting rocks jabbed into our feet we decided to put the boat back in and Mike rowed us back to our car! Yay! Overall, it was a fabulous experience and can't wait to go out there again! That night we went out to dinner and saw the movie Year One. Lamest movie I have ever seen. I would not recommend going to see it. Happy 28th Birthday Mike...sure do love you! :)

On Saturday morning my brother decided he wanted to take out my parents boat. Crazy idea with the way that the weather has been, but fortunatly the weather was great! We headed up to Echo and went wake boarding and water skiing, we had a great time!

Happy One Year!!!!

Yesterday was our ONE year anniversary! I can't believe that it has already been one year! Where has the time gone?! Seriously, it seems just like yesterday that we got engaged. But now it has been one year and we are having a baby too! Life just goes by way too fast!
Mike and I decided that each year we are going to switch off and plan what we do for our anniversary. This year I voluntered to plan it since Mike planned our honeymoon. I planned it all and kept it a secret until the night of! I can't believe that I was able to pull it off because I tend to have a hard time keeping surprises! :)But on Tuesday when Mike got home from work I blind folded him and drove up to Solitude where we stayed a night in the resort up there. I made enchiladas,rice, and a raspberry jello salad one of his favorite meals. For dessert I ordered cookies just like the ones we had at our wedding. Wednesday morning we ate breakfast at Silver Fork Lodege. Neither one of us had been there before so it was a fun time! We went back to our condo and Mike got in the hot tub while I dangled my feet in the water since it is a little to hot for little Junior. To top off our day we did ceilings at the Salt Lake Temple, since that was the temple we got married in and then had dinner at the Garden. Im grateful that we got married a year ago and not yesterday do to the rain and the cold. Not that our day was that much warmer, but hey atleast we didnt have rain.
I am so thankful for the past year and for the opportunities Mike and I have been able to share with one another. I am so grateful for him and for the loving, kind, patient, thoughtful person that he is. I truly am so blessed to have him for Eternity..."Eternity Baby....Eternity"! Happy One Year Mike....with many, many, many more to come! :)I love you more today than yesterday, but not as much as tomorrow! I love you Mike!

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